This weekend, the Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI continues with the Grönklitt Criterium 61 on Saturday, February 15, and the Grönklitt ITT on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Here is everything you need to know before the weekend.

The spotlight of Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI now turns towards Scandinavia as the ski destination Orsa Grönklitt hosts another double Pro Tour event weekend.

Grönklitt Criterium 61

On Saturday, February 15, the weekend starts with the Grönklitt Criterium 61. The 8^th event in Season XVI is a 61-kilometer long-distance race offering stunning scenery.

The Grönklitt Criterium 61 is a mass-start race featuring a challenging course. The skiers will face competition in typical Swedish forests close to small lakes and beautiful landscapes only half an hour’s drive from the legendary finish line of Vasaloppet.

Also Read: Grönklitt weekend: Ski Classics Season XVI heads to Scandinavia

COURSE MAP & PROFILE

Grönklitt Criterium 61 – Ski Classics Pro Tour Event 8

• Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025
• Location: Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden
• Distance: 61km
• Start Time: Men 9:30 CET / Women 9:35 CET
• SC Sprints: 1
  • Böllingsprinten km 11
• SC Climbs: 1
  • Toppstugan km 28
• Total Ascent: 706m
• Website: Grönklitt Criterium 61
• SC Play: Grönklitt Criterium 61

Grönklitt Criterium 61 program, start lists, live timing, and live streaming on SC Play can be found HERE and HERE

Grönklitt ITT

The Pro Tour action continues on Sunday, February 16, 2025, with the Grönklitt ITT.

The 13-kilometer individual event, Grönklitt ITT, marks Season XVI’s 9^th Ski Classics Pro Tour stage.

The Individual Time Trial is organized as an individual start competition, and the Pro Team athletes will face a 13-kilometer race against the clock, venturing through the captivating Swedish landscapes.

A new feature for this ITT event is that the Sprint points are based on the fastest time from the Start to the Sprint checkpoint, and the Climb points are based on the fastest time from the Sprint point to the Climb checkpoint.

COURSE MAP & PROFILE

Grönklitt ITT – Ski Classics Pro Tour Event 9

• Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
• Location: Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden
• Distance: 13km
• Start Time: Women first start at 8:00 CET / Men first start at 9:00 CET
• SC Sprints: 1 (based on the fastest time from Start to Sprint point)
  • Böllingsprinten km 3.5
• SC Climbs: 1 (based on the fastest time from Sprint point to Climb point)
  • Toppstugan km 10
• Total Ascent: 284m
• Website: Grönklitt ITT
• SC Play: Grönklitt ITT

Grönklitt ITT program, start lists, live timing, and live streaming on SC Play can be found HERE and HERE

A Paradise for Cross-Country Skiing Enthusiasts

Nestled about 30 kilometers north of Mora, the famous endpoint of the Vasaloppet, Orsa Grönklitt is a dream come true for cross-country skiing fans. The resort boasts impeccably maintained trails that wind through picturesque forests and various downhill slopes to suit skiers of all skill levels.

When the snow melts, Orsa Grönklitt transforms into a summer paradise. Visitors can enjoy activities like trail running, mountain biking, and paddling on the tranquil Rädsjön. For those who prefer a more laid-back experience, the stunning natural scenery offers the perfect backdrop for relaxation.

Fishing and boating enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy on the nearby lakes, making Orsa Grönklitt a versatile destination for outdoor lovers year-round. With family-friendly amenities, a range of accommodation options, and an array of seasonal events, this resort caters to thrill-seekers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Sweden’s natural beauty.

SKI CLASSICS FANTASY

The Ski Classics Fantasy League for Season XVI is underway. Join the excitement of Ski Classics managing your own Fantasy Team. Win prizes throughout the season and chase the Fantasy champion title of Season XVI. 

How to Play

1. Go to Ski Classics Fantasy via https://fantasy.skiclassics.com/  
2. Login with your existing Fantasy account or create a new one
3. Read through “HOW TO PLAY” to make sure you understand all the rules and new features.
4. Go to “Team Selection” and choose/buy up to 10 athletes + 2 Cubs using your starting balance of 40.000 Fantasy dollars. Check out the start lists before each event to ensure your athletes are on the start line. 
5. Don’t forget to mark one of your athletes as a Team Captain!
6. Go to “Leagues” and join an existing league or create your own to compete with your friends.
7. Invite your friends and family to join you for free in an exciting battle for the win!

Have fun and may the best ski coach win!

ALL TV CHANNELS SEASON XVI

Grönklitt Weekend is just around the corner. Here is an overview of where to watch Ski Classics Pro Tour events this season.

• NRK – Norway
• SVT – Sweden
• Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) – Finland
• Sport Live – Denmark/Faroe Islands/Greenland
• Czech TV – Czech Republic
• TVP – Poland
• Servus TV – Austria/Germany/Switzerland
• beIN Sports – Canada/USA
• TRT – Turkey (highlights)
• SC Play – all countries (English commentary)

Season XVI of the Ski Classics Pro Tour consists of 14 events across 10 event weekends in 6 countries. It started in Bad Gastein, Austria, on December 13, 2024, with the Pro Team Presentation and ends in Finnsnes, Norway, with the Ski Classics Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja on March 30, 2025.

Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI (2024/2025)

• Event 0: Friday, December 13, 2024 –Ski Classics Pro Team Presentation XVI – Bad Gastein, Austria
• Event 1: Saturday, December 14, 2024 – Bad Gastein ITT – Sportgastein, Austria, 7km
• Event 2: Sunday, December 15, 2024 – Bad Gastein Criterium – Sportgastein, Austria, 36km
• Event 3: Saturday, January 11, 2025 – 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon – Sexten, Italy, 60km
• Event 4: Sunday, January 12, 2025 – La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago – Val Venosta, Italy, 11km
• Event 5: Saturday, January 18, 2025 – Engadin La Diagonela – Pontresina-Zuoz, Switzerland, 43km
• Event 6: Sunday, January 26, 2025 – Marcialonga – Trentino, Italy, 70km
• Event 7: Sunday, February 9, 2025 – Jizerská50 – Bedřichov, Czech Republic, 50km
• Event 8: Saturday, February 15, 2025 – Grönklitt Criterium 61 – Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden, 61km
• Event 9: Sunday, February 16, 2025 – Grönklitt ITT – Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden, 13km
• Event 10: Sunday, March 2, 2025 – Vasaloppet – Sälen-Mora, Sweden, 90km
• Event 11: Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Birkebeinerrennet – Rena-Lillehammer, Norway, 54km
• Event 12: Saturday, March 22, 2025 – Marcialonga Bodø – Bodø, Norway, 50km
• Event 13: Saturday, March 29, 2025 – Reistadløpet – Setermoen-Bardufoss, Norway, 46km
• Event 14: Sunday, March 30, 2025 – Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja – Bardufoss-Finnsnes, Norway, 60km

More information about the Ski Classics Pro Tour can be found at skiclassics.com

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